A contingent of House Republicans continues to defy the recommendations of public health experts and Congress' top physician to wear face coverings to limit the spread of Covid-19 — even when they're unable to maintain a social distance
A contingent of House Republicans continues to defy the recommendations of public health experts and Congress' top physician to wear face coverings to limit the spread of Covid-19, refusing to wear them on the floor of the chamber, in the hallways of the Capitol or when chatting with aides and colleagues -- even when they're unable to maintain a social distance.Some members say they will wear masks in more crowded locations, like in airports, on airplanes and in grocery stores.
Dr. Fauci: I wear a mask because it's effective 00:49Asked about Fauci's and Adams' recommendations to wear masks, Biggs said sarcastically:"Yeah, of course, see they've been right on everything, haven't they?"Biggs added:"Well, the reality is in some places I'll wear a mask. If people feel more comfortable, I will try to accommodate them. In this place? No. ... Plus I'm also getting tested. I've been tested, and I don't have it.
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